Paul Joseph Rebman, Janesville, WI (1940-2013)

Paul Joseph Rebman, age 73, of Janesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013, at home with his family by his side. He was born in Two Rivers, WI, on Jan. 2, 1940, the son of Aloysius and Rachel (Liebergen) Rebman. Paul graduated from Janesville High School in 1958, and on Oct. 17, 1959, he was joined in marriage to Carolyn Schmidt. Together they raised five children, enjoyed eight grandchildren, and twelve great grandchildren. He worked 30 years and retired from the Janesville General Motors Plant in 1988. Paul enjoyed hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.

Paul is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carolyn; three sons: Joseph (Peggy) of Beloit, Andrew (Kathie) of Janesville, and James (Kelli) of Beloit; two daughters, Vicki Purdy of Beloit, and Linda (Jack) Kumlien of Janesville; and two brothers, James and Clayton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers: Donald, Earl, and George.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, 2013, at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY with Msgr. Donn Heiar officiating. A visitation will be held on Friday from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY. For on-line condolences and registry: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com